Question

Housing and transportation are two important issues that promote independence in older adults. What are some of the housing options available for older adults? Describe in detail the role of gender, income, and geographic location play in both housing and transportation patterns of older adults. How are transportation needs an important element of "liveable communities"? In what ways can communities address the mobility needs of older adults who do not drive and those who continue to drive?

Answer 1

What are the some of the housing options available for older adults?

People choose to move into senior living communities for different reasons.some move because they are lonely and want to be around other older adults.some older adults can't take care of their home and need help with daily tasks.others move because their family can't provide a safe environment or proper medical care.

* active adult communities

Active adult communities are neighborhoods made for older adults.they can be made up of houses or townhouses.

* independent living communities

Independent living communities are known as retirement communities or retirement homes.older adults can rent or buy their own units in one of these places.meals often are included in Retirement homes.

* assisted living residence

Assisted living residence are similar to independent living communities.however, they also offer personal care services to resident's in need .these may include bathing, getting dressed or taking medicine .

* nursing home

Nursing home are also know as skilled nursing or extended care facilities.they provide service as well as medical care.nursing home staffed with nurses and other health professionals 24 hours a day.

* continuing care retirement communities

Continuing care retirement communities meet the needs of a lot of older adults.they feature a variety of residences on a large campus.residents can choose independent living and assisted living or nursing home services.

* resources

Describe the role of gender, income and geographical location play in both housing and transportation patterns of older adults how are the transportation needs an important?

Older men and women have different life contexts as a function of differential longevity and socio- structural opportunities over the life course.for older adults gender as a variable carries differences in physical fratility and life conditions that likely have consequences for psychological functioning.

Older adults financial situations are a function of their income, wealth ,costs, and debts,with housing costs a major piece of the household budget.owners typically have higher incomes and greater wealth than renters, who are more likely to be unaffordably housed.

The scope of geography and older adults is broad and intricate and any summary is necessarily deficient and incomplete

Geography is an important factor for gerontology.the interconnectedness between space,place, time,and aging can provide more nuanced understanding of aging and the reality of becoming an older adults.

Within the social housing sector, older people may live in different forms of housing,including standard dwelling or shelterd housing.the latter than can be defined as group housing scheme's for older people or disabled people where the residents have their own apartments or houses.the persons home is within a purpose built, clustered arrangements.some group housing targets older persons specifically.as with other social housing types, rents are pitched at submarket levels,allocation of tenancies is subject to means testing and his shelterd housing is managed by city or county council or housing association charities.

Older people living in social housing are more vulnerable than their counterparts in the general population; they have poorer economic, social, and physical well being and are at risk of experiencing poorer health and lower life expectancy.with the aging population in Ireland and indeed world wide it is critical that the most suitable housing model within the social housing sector is identified that is one that best meets the need of older people and provision is cost effective.

Mobility ( such as walking, cycling, driving or using public transport) enables older adults to remain in their own homes as they age and also facilities social engagement outside the home and maintains psychological health.

Liveable communities

Liveable community is one that is safe and secure, has affordable and appropriate housing and transportation options, and offers supportive community features and services.once in place those resources.

* enhance personal independence

* allow residents yo remain in their homes and communities as they age and;

* foster residents engagement in the communit'ys civic, economic and social life.

In short liveable communities have to provide meaning to peoples lives beyond just being a point of residence

These themes are

* social space

* talent attraction and retention as well as economic dynamism and

* the overall amenability of local governments to the development of a progressive economy.

In what ways can communities address the mobility needs of older adults who do not drive and those who continue to drive?

Continue to drive and do not drive compulsory want to mobility.mobility is necessary for accessing commodities making use of neighborhood facilities and participation in meaningful social, cultural and physical activities.mobility also promotes healthy aging as it relates to the basic human need for physical movement..

Stay physically active.staying physically active improves your strength and flexibility.in turn ,physical activity can improve driver safety by making it easier to turn the steering wheel, look over your shoulder to change lanes, and make other movements while driving and parking.

* exercise & stay active.the best defense is a good offense; this applies to many things in life, including enhanced mobility.

* join an assisted living community

* maintain a healthy weight

* stretch regularly

Mobility is simply the ability to move around with comfort and ease and without risk of injury.according to the CDC, regular mobility and activity helps Senors avoid the loss of strength and stamina that can accompany aging.